General Hand

GENERAL HAND

This opportunity offers:

• Temporaryemployment
• Duration: Temporary up to 30 June 2027
• Full timerole & 35hour working week
• RFS Level 1/2
• Attractive annual salary $44831 - $79006p.a. plus 12% superannuation
• Location: Taree

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Join Our Team: Protect Serve and Make a Difference!

We are the Rural Fire Service (RFS) a dedicated community of volunteers providing fire and emergency services to approximately 95% of you work with the RFS you join a passionate team committed to protecting our neighbours the wider community and the environment from the threat of bushfires and other emergencies. With over 70000 volunteer members and staff we embody the spirit of mutual respect support friendship and camaraderie. We are one team with many players united by a single purpose. If you share our passion for community service and environmental protection we want to hear from you! Become a part of our mission to safeguard lives and our cherished NSW landscapes.

What youll be doing:

Youll play an important role in supporting brigades across the district by providing essential logistical and operational assistance working closely with brigade members and district staff to strengthen capability and readiness. Your duties will span three office locations and support frontline operations in a practical and meaningful way requiring adaptability and strong teamwork.

Were seeking someone who thrives in a varied fast paced environment and values being part of a broader team. You will be practical reliable and committed to contributing to a safe respectful and inclusive workplace. Offering hands on varied opportunities to support frontline emergency service operations across the Mid Coast RFS District the General Hand is essential to ensuring brigades are well supported well-resourced and operationally ready.

To thrive in this role you will have:

• A strong work ethic and willingness to undertake a broad range of duties
• An ability to follow instructions work within procedures and meet WHS and environmental standards
• Effective communication and strong teamwork skills
• Practical experience in maintenance logistics stores grounds work or other hands on roles
• Sound time management and the ability to prioritise daily tasks
• A positive flexible approach with the ability to adapt to changing operational needs

If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity please access theRole Descriptionand our organisation structure.

Note: As per the role description candidates are required to meet minimum essential requirements. If you do not meet the essential requirements for this role your application may not progress to shortlisting.

Why work for us

• Attractive leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave per year plus more
• Free access to our Member Assistance Program (MAP) for all RFS members and their immediate family
• Salary packaging options available
• One Agreed Absence leave day per calendar month
• Ongoing learning and professional development programs (RFS is a Registered Training Organisation giving you access to various internal courses)
• Partnership with Fitness Passport for eligible RFS staff and their families to access more than 845 gyms and pools!

Other Benefits:

• Limited free onsite car parking available

To embark on your RFS journey:

To be considered for this opportunity you must submit your application by clicking Apply Now through the relevant advertisement onRFS Careers and attach:

• Acover letter in PDF format addressing how you meet the essential requirements of the role outlining your suitability and why you are interested in this opportunity;
• Aresume in PDF format including two current/recent professional referees (please include email address and contact number)

Candidates are encouraged to prepare their applications independently to ensure they accurately reflect their skills and experience. The Rural Fire Service values authentic original responses that reflect individual perspectives and alignment with its values and priorities. Skills knowledge and capability will be assessed and verified through the capability assessment process.

Please submit your application no later than 11:55pm Monday 2 March 2026.

Important recruitment Information

• Arecruitment (talent) pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill future ongoing temporary casual and term full time or part time opportunities.
• We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to ensuring our employees represent the diversity of communities that we serve.
• If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process please include any details that you are comfortable sharing during the application process alternatively you can reach out to the role expert to discuss.
• The recruitment process may involve a range of assessment activities to determine your capabilities for the role (aligning to the NSW PSC Capability Framework).The Capability application tool is designed to helpjob applicantsunderstand and use theNSW Public Sector Capability Frameworkwhen applying forjobswith the NSW government. Additional checks for successful applicants will include referee checks and criminal history checks.

Learn more about how RFS members support communities across NSW below

Vacancy Reference: R26-050

This may not be the role for you however you can check out other vacancies in the RFShere or consider volunteering with your local Brigade.